Hamilton Beach 31197 Use & Care - Page 5

840156300 ENv02.qxd 11/2/06 8:53 AM Page 5 How to Use Your Oven Baking and Traditional Cooking 1. Place oven rack in middle or low position depending on food to be cooked. 2. Set Temperature Knob to desired temperature. 3. Set Function Knob to BAKE. 4. Set Timer to 10 minutes or Stay On to preheat oven for 10 minutes. 5. Place food to be baked into oven. 6. Rotate Timer past 30 minutes, then set Timer to desired time; OR set Timer to Stay On. 7. When finished, turn OFF. Unplug from outlet. Warming and Reheating Tips • Do not totally enclose foods in aluminum foil. Foil can insulate foods and slow down heating. • To reheat rolls or biscuits, place on baking pan and heat at 300ºF (150ºC) for 10 minutes. • Reheat leftover roasts or casseroles at 350ºF (180ºC) for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through. Baking Tips • The convection method cooks up to one-third faster than traditional baking. • When first using, check to determine if time or temperature should be adjusted. • Cooking time will vary considerably depending on the meat's thickness. Cook until thermometer inserted in the center of the meat registers desired doneness. wWARNING Fire Hazard To reduce risk of fire, do not use oven cooking bags in this oven. Pan Sizes The following pans should fit your oven. To be sure, place the pan in the oven to check the fit before preparing the recipe. 6-cup muffin pan 2 8 x 4-inch (20 x 10 cm) loaf pans 9 x 5-inch (23 x 13 cm) loaf pans 2 8-inch (20 cm) round or square baking pans Most 1 to 11⁄2 quart (1 to 11⁄2 L) casserole dishes 5